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Kylie Garcia

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Kylie Garcia covers retail and real estate for the Albuquerque Journal.

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El Prado home built by female aviation pioneer Wally Funk hits the market for $1.3 million

El Prado home built by female aviation pioneer Wally Funk hits the market for $1.3 million

New operator set to revive popular Albuquerque mini-golf venue

New operator set to revive popular Albuquerque mini-golf venue

Lost Cultures Tea Bar chases connection through sobriety amid nonalcoholic beverage boom

Lost Cultures Tea Bar chases connection through sobriety amid nonalcoholic beverage boom

Following Bosque closure, Restoration Pizza no longer joining WyMont development

Following Bosque closure, Restoration Pizza no longer joining WyMont development

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MovieMaker Magazine names Albuquerque No. 2 big city to live and work as a filmmaker

MovieMaker Magazine names Albuquerque No. 2 big city to live and work as a filmmaker

Chicken chain eyes Albuquerque for expansion

Chicken chain eyes Albuquerque for expansion

Could Netflix’s takeover of Warner Bros. bring more productions, jobs to New Mexico?

Could Netflix’s takeover of Warner Bros. bring more productions, jobs to New Mexico?

Smash & Shake makes sizzling debut in Albuquerque’s Northeast Heights

Smash & Shake makes sizzling debut in Albuquerque’s Northeast Heights

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Blaze Pizza, Rusty Taco close New Mexico locations

Blaze Pizza, Rusty Taco close New Mexico locations

Rio Rancho’s Tap N Taco to open first Albuquerque location

Rio Rancho’s Tap N Taco to open first Albuquerque location

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Following steady year, Albuquerque commercial real estate brokers ‘cautiously optimistic’ about 2026

Following steady year, Albuquerque commercial real estate brokers ‘cautiously optimistic’ about 2026

‘We’d rather be ahead of the curve’: How Albuquerque’s small businesses are putting AI to work

‘We’d rather be ahead of the curve’: How Albuquerque’s small businesses are putting AI to work

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‘No other home like it’: Santa Fe’s ‘House of Triumph’ on the market for $9.5 million

‘No other home like it’: Santa Fe’s ‘House of Triumph’ on the market for $9.5 million

Redevelopment of Wells Fargo building inches forward as sale closes

Redevelopment of Wells Fargo building inches forward as sale closes

New York-bred passion fuels new pizza spot coming to Albuquerque’s West Side

New York-bred passion fuels new pizza spot coming to Albuquerque’s West Side

It’s the lights before Christmas and all around the house...

It’s the lights before Christmas and all around the house...

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Drop Café brings coffee with Middle Eastern flair to Albuquerque

Drop Café brings coffee with Middle Eastern flair to Albuquerque

Cocina Azul owner prepares to expand portfolio with West Side restaurant

Cocina Azul owner prepares to expand portfolio with West Side restaurant

Range Cafe to close Downtown Albuquerque location

Range Cafe to close Downtown Albuquerque location

Pretty in adobe pink: Eye-catching Southwestern home pops onto Las Cruces market

Pretty in adobe pink: Eye-catching Southwestern home pops onto Las Cruces market

BernCo assessor responds to lawsuit alleging unlawful tax increases as court issues temporary order

BernCo assessor responds to lawsuit alleging unlawful tax increases as court issues temporary order

Sawmill area industrial property hits the market for $4.8 million as commercial availability expands

Sawmill area industrial property hits the market for $4.8 million as commercial availability expands

‘Difficult decision’: Bosque Brewing closures hit two Albuquerque locations days after sweeping Santa Fe

‘Difficult decision’: Bosque Brewing closures hit two Albuquerque locations days after sweeping Santa Fe

Second generation takes the helm at Albuquerque’s Mountain West Sales

Second generation takes the helm at Albuquerque’s Mountain West Sales

Former BernCo DA sues county assessor, alleging unlawful property tax increases

Former BernCo DA sues county assessor, alleging unlawful property tax increases

The Agency, featured in Netflix’s ‘Buying Beverly Hills,’ opens Santa Fe office

The Agency, featured in Netflix’s ‘Buying Beverly Hills,’ opens Santa Fe office

Bosque Brewing Co. shutters Santa Fe locations amid Chapter 11 bankruptcy

Bosque Brewing Co. shutters Santa Fe locations amid Chapter 11 bankruptcy

Dia De Las Baristas makes debut as Albuquerque’s first bikini coffee shop

Dia De Las Baristas makes debut as Albuquerque’s first bikini coffee shop

Why a New York real estate mogul is investing in the desert of southern New Mexico

Why a New York real estate mogul is investing in the desert of southern New Mexico

Albuquerque home owned by Olympians on the market for $3.8 million

Albuquerque home owned by Olympians on the market for $3.8 million

City activates rail spur near Sunport, hoping to drive economic development

City activates rail spur near Sunport, hoping to drive economic development

Santa Rosa moves closer to getting mountain bike park thanks to state funding

Santa Rosa moves closer to getting mountain bike park thanks to state funding

Boutique hotel, food court planned in major redevelopment of historic Los Alamos building

Boutique hotel, food court planned in major redevelopment of historic Los Alamos building

Landlord sought for $1.5 million New Mexico Piñon Coffee location

Landlord sought for $1.5 million New Mexico Piñon Coffee location

Albuquerque mayoral election could decide fate of controversial Downtown BID

Albuquerque mayoral election could decide fate of controversial Downtown BID

New Mexico native aims to revitalize Albuquerque fitness scene with local brand

New Mexico native aims to revitalize Albuquerque fitness scene with local brand

Royal Hyderabad brings authentic Indian cuisine to the West Side

Royal Hyderabad brings authentic Indian cuisine to the West Side

Smothered Brunch opens inside Bosque Brewing’s West Side location in creative experiment

Smothered Brunch opens inside Bosque Brewing’s West Side location in creative experiment

State asks New Mexicans to recover $390 million in unclaimed property

State asks New Mexicans to recover $390 million in unclaimed property

Titan opens fifth Allaso-branded apartment complex in Albuquerque, shifts focus to hotels

Titan opens fifth Allaso-branded apartment complex in Albuquerque, shifts focus to hotels

‘We’ve all been there’: How local restaurants united to give during SNAP unease

‘We’ve all been there’: How local restaurants united to give during SNAP unease

City purchases 387 acres near Sunport to shape airport growth, trade plans

City purchases 387 acres near Sunport to shape airport growth, trade plans

Renovation project aims to preserve affordable housing in Albuquerque’s International District

Renovation project aims to preserve affordable housing in Albuquerque’s International District

Heritage welcomes new Level 5 chef as another moves on to entrepreneurial chapter

Heritage welcomes new Level 5 chef as another moves on to entrepreneurial chapter

Albuquerque home featured in AMC’s ‘Better Call Saul’ on the market for $3.7 million

Albuquerque home featured in AMC’s ‘Better Call Saul’ on the market for $3.7 million

El Farol, one of Santa Fe’s oldest restaurants, closes as investors seek to sell property

El Farol, one of Santa Fe’s oldest restaurants, closes as investors seek to sell property

NE Heights shopping plaza, home to Howie’s Sports Page, to undergo ‘long overdue’ renovation

NE Heights shopping plaza, home to Howie’s Sports Page, to undergo ‘long overdue’ renovation

$68.5 million Atarque Ranch in western New Mexico sold to mystery buyer

$68.5 million Atarque Ranch in western New Mexico sold to mystery buyer

Clay Pot Cuisine in Albuquerque eyes shift from catering to restaurant format

Clay Pot Cuisine in Albuquerque eyes shift from catering to restaurant format

Owner, chef closes ABQ’s Sakura Sushi to focus on Rio Rancho restaurant

Owner, chef closes ABQ’s Sakura Sushi to focus on Rio Rancho restaurant

After two-year hiatus, Albuquerque’s Last Call reemerges as Last Call Eatery

After two-year hiatus, Albuquerque’s Last Call reemerges as Last Call Eatery

The burros are back in town: New Mexico Pack Burros win $10,000 at Adventure Pitch Fest

The burros are back in town: New Mexico Pack Burros win $10,000 at Adventure Pitch Fest

Select Albertsons Market and Market Street stores across New Mexico extend hours

It’s finally here: El Pollo Loco opens in Albuquerque

It’s finally here: El Pollo Loco opens in Albuquerque

New Mexico Association of Realtors taps local for top job, ending streak of out-of-state hires

New Mexico Association of Realtors taps local for top job, ending streak of out-of-state hires

Facing closure, Albuquerque’s High Point Grill gets a second chance through new partnership

Facing closure, Albuquerque’s High Point Grill gets a second chance through new partnership

How a new wave of TikTok foodies is feeding Albuquerque’s restaurant scene

How a new wave of TikTok foodies is feeding Albuquerque’s restaurant scene

On tap to stay: Albuquerque’s The 377 Brewery owners take business off the market

On tap to stay: Albuquerque’s The 377 Brewery owners take business off the market

UNM’s Lobo Crossing project, tax district draw attention to long-vacant South Campus parcels

UNM’s Lobo Crossing project, tax district draw attention to long-vacant South Campus parcels

At Wolf ‘n’ Swallow, a husband-and-wife team serves up ‘chaos cuisine’

At Wolf ‘n’ Swallow, a husband-and-wife team serves up ‘chaos cuisine’

Crossroads Motel, a fixture in hit TV series ‘Breaking Bad,’ hits the market for $3 million

Crossroads Motel, a fixture in hit TV series ‘Breaking Bad,’ hits the market for $3 million

One of New Mexico’s premier charter schools has listed a campus for sale. Here’s the cost.

One of New Mexico’s premier charter schools has listed a campus for sale. Here’s the cost.

A 112-year-old Las Vegas mansion is on the market — history included

A 112-year-old Las Vegas mansion is on the market — history included

Building permit moves San Mateo tower redevelopment project forward

Building permit moves San Mateo tower redevelopment project forward

The Farmacy faces backlash after filing for bankruptcy, allegedly leaving workers without pay

The Farmacy faces backlash after filing for bankruptcy, allegedly leaving workers without pay

Developers announce $53 million hospitality project near UNM

Developers announce $53 million hospitality project near UNM

Longtime local dry cleaner The Cleanery opens new Northeast Heights location

Longtime local dry cleaner The Cleanery opens new Northeast Heights location

Sierra to bring discounted adventure gear to the Duke City with first Albuquerque location

Sierra to bring discounted adventure gear to the Duke City with first Albuquerque location

Dave's Hot Chicken's first NM location brings the heat

Dave's Hot Chicken's first NM location brings the heat

Duke City BBQ slated to open first West Side location in the coming weeks

Duke City BBQ slated to open first West Side location in the coming weeks

Annie's Soup Kitchen closes after more than five decades in business

Annie's Soup Kitchen closes after more than five decades in business

As craft beer growth slows, New Mexico breweries find themselves at a crossroads

As craft beer growth slows, New Mexico breweries find themselves at a crossroads

Target buzz emerges in recent planning meetings for Lobo Crossing development

Target buzz emerges in recent planning meetings for Lobo Crossing development

The Farmacy, popular brunch spot in Nob Hill, permanently closes

The Farmacy, popular brunch spot in Nob Hill, permanently closes

New Mexico tribal housing authorities awarded $2.2 million for affordable housing projects

New Mexico tribal housing authorities awarded $2.2 million for affordable housing projects

Bosque Brewing files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy amid mounting debt

Bosque Brewing files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy amid mounting debt

The Senary by Allaso apartment complex nears completion in Journal Center

The Senary by Allaso apartment complex nears completion in Journal Center

Spoiled food gets a second life as compost in ambitious Albuquerque recycling program

Spoiled food gets a second life as compost in ambitious Albuquerque recycling program

In Mesa del Sol, a local grocery shop owner waits for the neighbors to come

In Mesa del Sol, a local grocery shop owner waits for the neighbors to come

‘The food sells itself’: At Balloon Fiesta, first-time vendors bring flavor and ambition

‘The food sells itself’: At Balloon Fiesta, first-time vendors bring flavor and ambition

Co-founders of media company Edible Communities seek to sell $3.5 million ranch near Silver City

Co-founders of media company Edible Communities seek to sell $3.5 million ranch near Silver City

Hilton Garden Inn near Sunport receives $2 million renovation

Hilton Garden Inn near Sunport receives $2 million renovation

Property housing Albuquerque Tortilla Co. sells after listing for $19.2 million

Property housing Albuquerque Tortilla Co. sells after listing for $19.2 million

City moves to streamline permitting process with express approvals, private reviewers

City moves to streamline permitting process with express approvals, private reviewers

New owners take over Albuquerque’s Iron Soul Gym

New owners take over Albuquerque’s Iron Soul Gym

Olive Garden to open new location on Albuquerque’s West Side

Olive Garden to open new location on Albuquerque’s West Side

VARA’s sparkling wine hits New Mexico Smith’s, Albertsons shelves

VARA’s sparkling wine hits New Mexico Smith’s, Albertsons shelves

For local businesses, Balloon Fiesta is a boost — if visitors open their wallets

For local businesses, Balloon Fiesta is a boost — if visitors open their wallets

YMCA of Central New Mexico to open West Side location in 2026

YMCA of Central New Mexico to open West Side location in 2026

Revitalize San Pedro Partnership opens new office to support local businesses, spur area revitalization

Revitalize San Pedro Partnership opens new office to support local businesses, spur area revitalization

Starbucks shutters hundreds of stores, including some in New Mexico

Starbucks shutters hundreds of stores, including some in New Mexico

In Netflix’s ‘Ransom Canyon,’ local crew brings a Western landscape to life

In Netflix’s ‘Ransom Canyon,’ local crew brings a Western landscape to life

Los Ranchos de Albuquerque gets a scoop of happiness with Cottonwood Creamery & Cookies opening

Los Ranchos de Albuquerque gets a scoop of happiness with Cottonwood Creamery & Cookies opening

Albuquerque’s Z-CoiL Footwear walks away with a deal on ‘Shark Tank’

Albuquerque’s Z-CoiL Footwear walks away with a deal on ‘Shark Tank’

Actress Shirley MacLaine lists $17.4 million ranch near Abiquiu

Actress Shirley MacLaine lists $17.4 million ranch near Abiquiu

‘Dream come true’: Chef Marie Yniguez brings beloved Bocadillos back as food truck at Marble Brewery

‘Dream come true’: Chef Marie Yniguez brings beloved Bocadillos back as food truck at Marble Brewery

National Hispanic Cultural Center launches partnership with Smithsonian, Disney

National Hispanic Cultural Center launches partnership with Smithsonian, Disney

Voodoo Girl Pies & Pints shutters indefinitely after four years in business

Voodoo Girl Pies & Pints shutters indefinitely after four years in business

Albuquerque’s Z-CoiL Footwear to appear on season premiere of ABC’s ‘Shark Tank’

Albuquerque’s Z-CoiL Footwear to appear on season premiere of ABC’s ‘Shark Tank’

Chicken Salad Chick to open second Albuquerque location at Winrock

Chicken Salad Chick to open second Albuquerque location at Winrock

Frios Gourmet Pops rolls into Albuquerque with mobile truck

Frios Gourmet Pops rolls into Albuquerque with mobile truck

M’tucci’s Bar Roma receives funding for patio music series

M’tucci’s Bar Roma receives funding for patio music series

‘A true icon’: New Mexico responds to death of Robert Redford

‘A true icon’: New Mexico responds to death of Robert Redford

As housing costs rise, a project near the North Valley offers relief — and renewal

As housing costs rise, a project near the North Valley offers relief — and renewal

Cinelease lists Albuquerque studio for $34 million while expanding ties with Netflix

Cinelease lists Albuquerque studio for $34 million while expanding ties with Netflix

Secluded Albuquerque estate with pool, horse arena recently listed for $5.8 million

Secluded Albuquerque estate with pool, horse arena recently listed for $5.8 million

Qdoba targets New Mexico amid multi-state expansion

Qdoba targets New Mexico amid multi-state expansion

New Mexico Piñon Coffee raises prices as tariffs drive up costs

New Mexico Piñon Coffee raises prices as tariffs drive up costs

Taos’ Kachina Lodge cleaned up as owner seeks buyer

Taos’ Kachina Lodge cleaned up as owner seeks buyer

Local Dubai chocolate operation grows to multiple states

Local Dubai chocolate operation grows to multiple states

New Oxbow Center on Albuquerque’s West Side to include Raising Cane’s

New Oxbow Center on Albuquerque’s West Side to include Raising Cane’s

See which new chicken chain is coming to Albuquerque

See which new chicken chain is coming to Albuquerque

Home is where the hops are: Bosque Brewing brings production back to New Mexico in partnership with Marble Brewery

Home is where the hops are: Bosque Brewing brings production back to New Mexico in partnership with Marble Brewery

Route 66 Casino Hotel unveils remodeled sports bar, featuring state-of-the-art Caesars Sportsbook

Route 66 Casino Hotel unveils remodeled sports bar, featuring state-of-the-art Caesars Sportsbook

Here’s which Claire’s, Icing stores are closing in New Mexico

Here’s which Claire’s, Icing stores are closing in New Mexico

Duck, duck, good food: Lucky Goose doubles Albuquerque presence with second location

Duck, duck, good food: Lucky Goose doubles Albuquerque presence with second location

Lamy home wins big in Santa Fe Area Home Builders Association’s 2025 event

Lamy home wins big in Santa Fe Area Home Builders Association’s 2025 event

Mexico Consulate, New Mexico workforce department strengthen immigrant labor rights partnership

Mexico Consulate, New Mexico workforce department strengthen immigrant labor rights partnership

Albuquerque, Bernalillo County to receive more than $80 million to expand housing and homelessness projects

Albuquerque, Bernalillo County to receive more than $80 million to expand housing and homelessness projects

Winrock to welcome data science company this fall

Winrock to welcome data science company this fall

Panda Express launches new Albuquerque location

Panda Express launches new Albuquerque location

7 Brew coffee chain to open second Albuquerque location

7 Brew coffee chain to open second Albuquerque location

Historic Castañeda Hotel enters new era as local families prepare to take the helm

Historic Castañeda Hotel enters new era as local families prepare to take the helm

Burlington set to open new store in Albuquerque’s Northeast Heights

Burlington set to open new store in Albuquerque’s Northeast Heights

WESST event highlights woman-led businesses, calls for continued support following federal funding cuts

WESST event highlights woman-led businesses, calls for continued support following federal funding cuts

Indian Pueblo Entrepreneur Complex receives $200K grant from Lowe’s for landscaping upgrades

Indian Pueblo Entrepreneur Complex receives $200K grant from Lowe’s for landscaping upgrades

After 25 sweet years, a North Valley cookie shop owner plans her next chapter

After 25 sweet years, a North Valley cookie shop owner plans her next chapter

Historic Taos church-turned-home on the market for first time in 47 years

Historic Taos church-turned-home on the market for first time in 47 years

New retail, auto development planned for vacant lot near Cliff’s Amusement Park

New retail, auto development planned for vacant lot near Cliff’s Amusement Park

$115 million New Mexico ranch owned by D.R. Horton family finds a buyer

$115 million New Mexico ranch owned by D.R. Horton family finds a buyer

‘A constant and caring presence’: Dion’s celebrates longtime employee ahead of move to Colorado

‘A constant and caring presence’: Dion’s celebrates longtime employee ahead of move to Colorado

Zillow ranks Albuquerque a top city for new grads — but many young renters still feel the squeeze

Zillow ranks Albuquerque a top city for new grads — but many young renters still feel the squeeze

‘Long time coming’: Titan breaks ground on hotel, food hall near Presbyterian Hospital

‘Long time coming’: Titan breaks ground on hotel, food hall near Presbyterian Hospital

Longtime Nob Hill restaurant shuts down amid lawsuit and financial strain

Longtime Nob Hill restaurant shuts down amid lawsuit and financial strain

Shu Jen Ryan spent decades working in Albuquerque restaurants. Now, she’s serving up a taste of her Taiwanese roots with Yes Boba

Shu Jen Ryan spent decades working in Albuquerque restaurants. Now, she’s serving up a taste of her Taiwanese roots with Yes Boba

Range Cafe to cut dinner service at Albuquerque locations

Range Cafe to cut dinner service at Albuquerque locations

Albuquerque’s JCPenney properties included in massive sale

Albuquerque’s JCPenney properties included in massive sale

Retail Roundup: Goodwill Industries of New Mexico to open 20th New Mexico store

Retail Roundup: Goodwill Industries of New Mexico to open 20th New Mexico store

Torreon home featuring straw bale-insulated walls on the market for $515,000

Torreon home featuring straw bale-insulated walls on the market for $515,000

Taos’ Old Martinez Hall to reopen under Heritage ownership

Taos’ Old Martinez Hall to reopen under Heritage ownership

Cottonwood Mall's AC troubles highlight retail struggles, but management remains confident

Cottonwood Mall's AC troubles highlight retail struggles, but management remains confident

Stores, parents and students prepare for tax-free weekend amid financial pressure

Stores, parents and students prepare for tax-free weekend amid financial pressure

‘Truly blessed’: Food Network names Lindy’s Diner one of America’s best classic diners

‘Truly blessed’: Food Network names Lindy’s Diner one of America’s best classic diners

Santa Fe Studios up for sale amid slowdown in production spending

Santa Fe Studios up for sale amid slowdown in production spending

A1 Wings and Seafood launches new flavors in Uptown

A1 Wings and Seafood launches new flavors in Uptown

Two Taos-area homes to appear in new season of HGTV series ‘Zillow Gone Wild’

Two Taos-area homes to appear in new season of HGTV series ‘Zillow Gone Wild’

Sandia Heights home designed by award-winning architect Ron Hutchinson lists for $1.3 million

Sandia Heights home designed by award-winning architect Ron Hutchinson lists for $1.3 million

MaxQ@Kirtland development sees progress with opening of Kirtland Credit Union

MaxQ@Kirtland development sees progress with opening of Kirtland Credit Union

‘We’re doing our best’: Albuquerque shops brace as Trump’s trade wars hit Korean, Japanese imports

‘We’re doing our best’: Albuquerque shops brace as Trump’s trade wars hit Korean, Japanese imports

‘Keep your people first’: SDV Construction ranked No. 2 in small category of Top Workplaces

‘Keep your people first’: SDV Construction ranked No. 2 in small category of Top Workplaces

‘A labor of love’: The St. James Tearoom places No. 1 in small category of Top Workplaces

‘A labor of love’: The St. James Tearoom places No. 1 in small category of Top Workplaces

‘Our people come first’: Pettigrew & Associates ranks No. 3 in Top Workplaces small category

‘Our people come first’: Pettigrew & Associates ranks No. 3 in Top Workplaces small category

Tax break for sound recordings in Trump’s big bill could offer boost to New Mexico’s media industry

Tax break for sound recordings in Trump’s big bill could offer boost to New Mexico’s media industry

Dion’s expanding Texas footprint with second El Paso restaurant

Dion’s expanding Texas footprint with second El Paso restaurant

Taos-based Rolling Still Distillery set to expand with the help of state funding

Taos-based Rolling Still Distillery set to expand with the help of state funding

‘Something for everyone’: ART SCAPE GALLERY opens its doors in Corrales, offering local works for every taste

‘Something for everyone’: ART SCAPE GALLERY opens its doors in Corrales, offering local works for every taste

In Bernalillo County, sharp property tax hikes jolt commercial owners

In Bernalillo County, sharp property tax hikes jolt commercial owners

Heritage Cos. purchases Plaza Hacienda property in Old Town

Heritage Cos. purchases Plaza Hacienda property in Old Town

UNM approves land transfer to developer for creation of Lobo Crossing retail center

UNM approves land transfer to developer for creation of Lobo Crossing retail center

New owner’s plans to turn Gizmo building into art hub creates buzz

New owner’s plans to turn Gizmo building into art hub creates buzz

Two New Mexico businesses reflect on ‘Shark Tank’ and life beyond

Two New Mexico businesses reflect on ‘Shark Tank’ and life beyond

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